Why use Sunscreen?

Why is the Sun 'our friend'?

• It keeps us warm

• It gives us sunburn

• People love the beach on a sunny day

What is the purpose of sunscreen?

• to keep us warm

• to improve the color of our skin

• to protect the body from the sun's ultraviolet rays

Which is not a type of ultraviolet rays?

• UVA

• UVB

• UVC

What are the two types of sunscreen?

• UVA and UVB

• physical and chemical blockers

• hemoglobin and melanin

What is SPF?

• Sunny Physical Factor

• Some Protection Factor

• Sunburn Protection Factor

Which is an example of a physical blocker?

• Vitamin A

• Melatonin

• Zinc oxide

What do chemical blockers do?

• helps plants grow

• absorb the sun's rays

• cover our noses white

TRUE or FALSE: Children under age of six should not be exposed to the sun.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is one effect of UVA rays?

• aging

• sunburn

• tanned skin

How often should we wear sunscreen?

• daily

• once a week

• every day in summer